Coral Reef Discovery Week

Program Description

Coral Reef Discovery Week is a fun and intense hands-on course for high school-aged students seriously interested in studying coastal, marine & environmental science, natural resource management, and conservation, and in learning about careers in these topics. The week involves short presentations and lectures from UVI faculty, staff, and community partners, and will be focused on learning scientific techniques with tools in the field. Participants report to the UVI Center for Marine & Environmental Studies but can expect to travel with staff to other on-island locations for field work and activities. Snorkel gear and instructional materials are provided for the week. This is a FREE program. For pictures of past programs, visit:http://www.flickr.com/photos/marinesteward/sets/72157624798379018/ and visit our Facebook page.

Eligibility Criteria

Space is limited to 12 high school-aged USVI students. Students must apply to the program to be considered for participation. Participants must be able to demonstrate that they can comfortably swim and snorkel. A certified lifeguard and swim instructor will be supervising during the course. This is not an overnight camp and students must provide their own transportation to and from the UVI Center for Marine & Environmental Studies.

Start and End Dates

This year's program will begin July 13th, 2015 and ends July 17th, 2015.

Application Deadline

The application deadline is June 1st. You can email all applications to Howard Forbes Jr. (Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service Coordinator): howard.forbes@live.uvi.edu

The University of the Virgin Islands is a learner-centered institution dedicated to the success of its students and committed to enhancing the lives of the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands and the wider Caribbean through excellent teaching, innovative research, and responsive community service. UVI is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about UVI ...